Frösön

Island Frösön, Jamtland County, Sweden

What to expect

Frösön is the largest island in the lake Storsjön, Jämtland, Sweden. The island offers a variety of activities and sights, including walking in the pilgrims' tracks, playing golf, visiting the composer Wilhelm Peterson-Berger's former home, and treating yourself to exercise and a spa experience at Frösö Park hotel. You can also visit Frösö Church, which has a fantastic view of the Storsjö area and the mountain world. Additionally, there are two lookout towers with summer cafes where you can enjoy the magnificent view of Storsjön, Östersund, and large parts of the Jämtland mountain world. The island has a rich history, with signs from the past such as the hillfort Mjälleborgen, a rune stone, and several Viking graveyards. Families can enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and skiing, and explore the island's cultural history and natural beauty

Plan your family visit to the Frösön with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We cycled from Frösö Park down to the center. We took our time and made our first stop at the beautiful Frösö Church, then continued for a stop at Frösö Handtryck, then to Frösövallen's beautiful view, and finally to a longer stop at Sommarhagen before we cycled home

Highlights: We enjoyed the scenic bike ride, taking in the sights of Frösö Church, Frösö Handtryck, and the beautiful views from Frösövallen and Sommarhagen. The article says “We take our time and make the first stop at beautiful Frösö Church” ✨

Jämtland with children: 9 tips for things to do and see

This family's experience:

Activities: We went on a bike tour around Frösön, enjoying the beautiful views of forests, lakes, and mountains. We took our time, stopping at Frösö Kyrka and then at Frösövallen for a beautiful view. We ended the day at Sommarhagen before cycling back to the hotel

Highlights: Cycling around Frösön was a great way to see the area. The views were amazing, and we loved stopping at the different viewpoints. The kids enjoyed the bike ride, and we were able to take our time and enjoy the scenery ✨